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Technology, innovation and sustainability are transforming the sector, but the lack of qualified professionals is threatening growth. Understand the scenario!
If there is one sector that never stops, it is construction. The works are everywhere, new technologies emerge every year and the market is more demanding than ever. But a long-standing challenge continues to hinder growth: the lack of qualified labor. And the problem only got worse in 2025!
On the one hand, the demand for modern, efficient and sustainable constructions is growing. On the other hand, there is a lack of qualified people to operate advanced machines, work with BIM, automation and sustainability. Result? Delayed works, high costs and a sector with wasted potential, according to the website Economia SC.
The 3 major obstacles in the construction industry
The construction sector currently faces some obstacles that hinder its growth and modernization. One of the main challenges is the lack of accessible training, since technical and specialized courses tend to have high costs and are little available in some regions. This limits many professionals' access to qualification required to keep up with market demands.
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Furthermore, there is still a distorted view of the area, often associated only with “hard work”, which makes opportunities for innovation and growth career opportunities are ignored. Added to this is the resistance to technology: professionals and companies that do not seek to update themselves end up losing competitiveness against the competition, especially with the advancement of digital and automated solutions in the sector.
How to solve the lack of qualified labor in civil construction?
The construction market can't wait! See the strategies to transform the scenario:
1. Invest in training
- Affordable technical courses;
- Online and in-person training;
- Augmented reality for hands-on learning.
2. Update experienced professionals
- Train those already in the market with new techniques and technologies.
3. Smart partnerships
- Companies + startups + educational institutions = courses tailored to meet real demand.
Technology is an ally, not a villain!
Many still believe that machines and software are taking away jobs in the construction industry. But the truth is different: digitalization creates new functions and values prepared professionals. See 3 trends that require immediate qualification:
BIM (Building Information Modelling)
- Digital planning and management of works.
- Engineers, architects, technicians and managers who master BIM are highly sought after!
Modular construction and automation
- Prefabrication of parts of the work and use of intelligent robots.
- Machine operators, technicians and managers need to adapt to the new construction model.
Sustainability and ESG
- Environmental standards and customer demands require professionals specialized in green buildings, environmental certifications and energy efficiency.
